It's a Sin
Elton John y Years & Years Lyrics
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It's always with a sense of shame
I've always been the one to blame
For everything I long to do
No matter when or where or who
Has one thing in common, too
It's a, it's a, it's a, it's a sin
Everything I've ever done
Everything I ever do
Every place I've ever been
Everywhere I'm going to
It's a sin
At school they taught me how to be
So pure in thought and word and deed
They didn't quite succeed, mmm-hmm
For everything I long to do
No matter when or where or who
Has one thing in common, too
It's a, it's a, it's a, it's a sin
It's a sin
Everything I've ever done
Everything I ever do
Every place I've ever been
Everywhere I'm going to
It's a sin
So I look back upon my life
Forever with a sense of shame
I've always been the one to blame
For everything I long to do
No matter when or where or who
Has one thing in common, too
It's a, it's a, it's a, it's a sin
It's a sin
Everything I've ever done
Everything I ever do
Every place I've ever been
Everywhere I'm going to
It's a sin
The opening lines of “It’s a Sin” describe the singer reflecting on his past and feeling a sense of shame. He acknowledges that he has always been responsible for the things he has done, but despite that realization, he continues to do them. The song then explores the idea of sin, describing it as an ever-present force in the singer’s life that is tied to everything he does. The lyrics suggest that the singer was taught to be pure and good when he was younger, but he has struggled to live up to those expectations.
The chorus is a repeated refrain that focuses on the phrase “it’s a sin.” This can be interpreted in a few different ways. It could be seen as a confession of guilt, a recognition of the singer’s own wrongdoing. Alternatively, it could be a commentary on the idea of sin itself, suggesting that the very act of living and doing things is sinful. It might also be a response to religious teachings, with the lyrics suggesting that the singer has internalized a sense of sin and guilt that he can’t escape from. Overall, the song seems to grapple with big ideas about morality and the human condition, exploring the idea of sin and how it influences our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
When I look back upon my life
Reflecting on my past experiences
It's always with a sense of shame
I feel embarrassed and guilty about it
I've always been the one to blame
I am responsible for my actions
For everything I long to do
Despite my desires and aspirations
No matter when or where or who
Regardless of the circumstances or people involved
Has one thing in common, too
It shares a common trait
It's a, it's a, it's a, it's a sin
My actions are considered immoral
Everything I've ever done
All my past actions
Everything I ever do
All my future actions
Every place I've ever been
All the locations I have visited
Everywhere I'm going to
All the places I will visit
At school they taught me how to be
My educational institution instructed me on how to act
So pure in thought and word and deed
To maintain a pristine mindset and actions
They didn't quite succeed, mmm-hmm
Their efforts were not entirely successful
So I look back upon my life
Returning once again to my past experiences
Forever with a sense of shame
Feeling embarrassed and guilty indefinitely
I've always been the one to blame
Continuing to take responsibility for my actions
For everything I long to do
Despite my desires and aspirations
No matter when or where or who
Regardless of the circumstances or people involved
Has one thing in common, too
It shares a common immoral trait
It's a, it's a, it's a, it's a sin
My actions are considered immoral
Everything I've ever done
All my past actions
Everything I ever do
All my future actions
Every place I've ever been
All the locations I have visited
Everywhere I'm going to
All the places I will visit
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Neil Francis Tennant, Christopher Sean Lowe
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@bananaguard454
I love how Elton John has no ego when it comes to supporting modern artists. What a legend.
@standingelton6375
banana guard, My boy is very humble!!! 🙏✌❤
@nicholaskitto7819
Not only that, but he gives the other artist the first lines. Classy.
@brandondewitt670
Exactly
@bernicegaze3354
He hardly has anything to prove, why should he?
@mav9985
Elton always supporting new / up and coming artists . Legend
@sophiabirch
Olly is going to smash it at Eurovision 2024 🇬🇧❤️
@hayleydee9146
He so will
@meg5323
I'm so happy that Olly's representing us in Eurovision!!! Such a talented performer ❤🇬🇧
@hayleydee9146
Same he's going to do so great get us that win we need